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Beyond the Inventory: Why Landlords are Prioritising Thermal Performance

Property inventories have always been about documenting what's visible: the fixtures, fittings, and condition of a rental property at a specific point in time. But in 2026, landlords across London and Kent are discovering that the most valuable assets...

Social Housing & The Decent Homes Standard: How Professional Reporting Ensures Compliance

Social landlords operate under intense scrutiny. One failed inspection, one missed hazard, one outdated boiler: and suddenly you're facing regulatory action, tenant complaints, and reputational damage that takes years to repair. The Decent Homes Standard...

Stop the ‘Fair Wear and Tear’ Argument: Using HD Evidence to Protect Your Property Asset

You know the drill. The tenancy ends, you inspect the property, and there's a glaringly obvious stain on the carpet that wasn't there before. You raise it with the tenant, and suddenly you're hearing the magic phrase: "That's just fair...

Future-Proofing Your Portfolio: Navigating the Shift Toward Retrofit Standards

The rental market has entered its retrofit era, and ignoring it could cost you more than just compliance fines. Between tightening MEES regulations, escalating tenant expectations, and the looming shadow of mandatory EPC upgrades, landlords and property...